Rick Brannan
@rickbrannan.com
Data Architect/Data Wrangler. Doer of ML/MT and AI thingies. Translator of Lexham Press' "Apostolic Fathers." Mastermind behind the "Lexham English Septuagint." Now working on Baylor Handbook for Shepherd of Hermas. He/Him.
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Rick Brannan
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· Dec 6
Fragments of Christianity: Fragmentary Witnesses to Early Christian Liturgies, Hymns, Homilies, and Prayers
Fragments of Christianity: Fragmentary Witnesses to Early Christian Liturgies, Hymns, Homilies, and Prayers [Brannan, Rick] on Amazon.com. *FREE* shipping on qualifying offers. Fragments of Christianity: Fragmentary Witnesses to Early Christian Liturgies, Hymns, Homilies, and Prayers
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Hello, newer followers! I thought I'd mention my last book, "Fragments of Christianity: Fragmentary Witnesses to Early Christian Liturgies, Hymns, Homilies, and Prayers." It has introductions, transcriptions, and translations to 30 papyri (5th cent. & before. (1/2) amzn.to/4iqOj1V #EarlyChristianity
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November 13, 2025 at 4:44 PM
After pretty much any nuanced and deeply technical/specific conversation with an AI chatbot (current case: nuances of Arabic and unicode for determining dictionary sorting and chunking), this is how I feel (where 'defense system' == 'chatbot').
Wargames was such a great movie.
Wargames was such a great movie.
November 13, 2025 at 5:20 PM
After pretty much any nuanced and deeply technical/specific conversation with an AI chatbot (current case: nuances of Arabic and unicode for determining dictionary sorting and chunking), this is how I feel (where 'defense system' == 'chatbot').
Wargames was such a great movie.
Wargames was such a great movie.
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I mean when a convicted sex-trafficking pedophile thinks you are the worst person he’s ever met…. 😳
November 13, 2025 at 3:43 PM
I mean when a convicted sex-trafficking pedophile thinks you are the worst person he’s ever met…. 😳
Just a hunch, but especially now there seems to be more circumstantial evidence (and actual victims) corroborating the twice-impeached convicted felon's pedophilia than there is for, say, determining boats in international waters off the coasts of certain countries are running drugs to the US.
November 13, 2025 at 4:00 PM
Just a hunch, but especially now there seems to be more circumstantial evidence (and actual victims) corroborating the twice-impeached convicted felon's pedophilia than there is for, say, determining boats in international waters off the coasts of certain countries are running drugs to the US.
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NEW: @propublica.org investigated the Chicago apartment raid where kids were zip-tied and citizens detained for hours. They find:
- NONE of the arrested were criminally charged
- NO evidence the building was "filled with TdA terrorists."
- ZERO legitimate reason for DHS to rappel from a Blackhawk.
- NONE of the arrested were criminally charged
- NO evidence the building was "filled with TdA terrorists."
- ZERO legitimate reason for DHS to rappel from a Blackhawk.
November 13, 2025 at 2:08 PM
NEW: @propublica.org investigated the Chicago apartment raid where kids were zip-tied and citizens detained for hours. They find:
- NONE of the arrested were criminally charged
- NO evidence the building was "filled with TdA terrorists."
- ZERO legitimate reason for DHS to rappel from a Blackhawk.
- NONE of the arrested were criminally charged
- NO evidence the building was "filled with TdA terrorists."
- ZERO legitimate reason for DHS to rappel from a Blackhawk.
I'm the one who usually makes dinner. Tonight 13yo says "What's for dinner?" I say "Chicken breast, penne with alfredo". OK, whatever. So when he sees_the chicken, he's like "Oh, the GOOD chicken!". I'm choosing to take that in the best way possible.
The chicken: www.budgetbytes.com/how-to-cook-...
The chicken: www.budgetbytes.com/how-to-cook-...
How to Cook Chicken Breast in a Pan
Learn how to cook tender, juicy, and flavorful boneless chicken breast in a pan. Perfect for quick dinners and meal prep!
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November 13, 2025 at 3:29 AM
I'm the one who usually makes dinner. Tonight 13yo says "What's for dinner?" I say "Chicken breast, penne with alfredo". OK, whatever. So when he sees_the chicken, he's like "Oh, the GOOD chicken!". I'm choosing to take that in the best way possible.
The chicken: www.budgetbytes.com/how-to-cook-...
The chicken: www.budgetbytes.com/how-to-cook-...
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A poignant reminder that the Epstein ‘files’ are actually about the sexual abuse of children.
Epstein survivor describes "a renewed sense of hope" as new documents are released
tinyurl.com/5n7c22vj
tinyurl.com/5n7c22vj
Epstein survivor describes ‘a renewed sense of hope’ as new documents are released | CNN Politics
Liz Stein joins The Lead.
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November 13, 2025 at 12:45 AM
A poignant reminder that the Epstein ‘files’ are actually about the sexual abuse of children.
I've had this exact thought a number of times today. My current thinking?
Nothing will happen until ~10 R in the house (impeachment is simple majority) and ~20 R in the senate (impeach conviction is 67 votes) detach themselves from the twice-impeached convicted felon. When that happens, look out.
Nothing will happen until ~10 R in the house (impeachment is simple majority) and ~20 R in the senate (impeach conviction is 67 votes) detach themselves from the twice-impeached convicted felon. When that happens, look out.
So many times between 2015 and 2020 that we said "This is it! The end is in sight." I'll believe it when it happens.
November 13, 2025 at 12:53 AM
I've had this exact thought a number of times today. My current thinking?
Nothing will happen until ~10 R in the house (impeachment is simple majority) and ~20 R in the senate (impeach conviction is 67 votes) detach themselves from the twice-impeached convicted felon. When that happens, look out.
Nothing will happen until ~10 R in the house (impeachment is simple majority) and ~20 R in the senate (impeach conviction is 67 votes) detach themselves from the twice-impeached convicted felon. When that happens, look out.
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This person was the President of Harvard University, the US Secretary of the Treasury, and the Director of the National Economic Council of the United States.
November 12, 2025 at 5:37 PM
This person was the President of Harvard University, the US Secretary of the Treasury, and the Director of the National Economic Council of the United States.
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starting to think the trump administration is a little bit reluctant to have the epstein files released
it is just a feeling i am getting
it is just a feeling i am getting
My god (sorry I’m late on a bunch of this stuff. But wow!)
According to this NYT report, the head of the FBI and the Attorney General are holding meetings *in the Situation Room* with GOP lawmakers they are trying to pressure to rescind their votes to release the Epstein info. This is madness.
According to this NYT report, the head of the FBI and the Attorney General are holding meetings *in the Situation Room* with GOP lawmakers they are trying to pressure to rescind their votes to release the Epstein info. This is madness.
November 12, 2025 at 10:51 PM
starting to think the trump administration is a little bit reluctant to have the epstein files released
it is just a feeling i am getting
it is just a feeling i am getting
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Sexual abuse served up as reality tv drama is just sickening. For the survivors and their stories, I hope there is justice at the end of this spectacle.
November 12, 2025 at 8:42 PM
Sexual abuse served up as reality tv drama is just sickening. For the survivors and their stories, I hope there is justice at the end of this spectacle.
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Judge orders release of over 300 ‘Operation Midway Blitz’ detainees
Judge orders release of over 300 ‘Operation Midway Blitz’ detainees
The Chicago-area federal judge also made clear he wants detailed reports about more than 600 people being held.
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November 12, 2025 at 10:03 PM
Judge orders release of over 300 ‘Operation Midway Blitz’ detainees
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Trump's will is not inevitable
The majority of lawsuits filed against his administration have successfully blocked his policies
He is weak, not strong
The majority of lawsuits filed against his administration have successfully blocked his policies
He is weak, not strong
November 12, 2025 at 9:06 PM
Trump's will is not inevitable
The majority of lawsuits filed against his administration have successfully blocked his policies
He is weak, not strong
The majority of lawsuits filed against his administration have successfully blocked his policies
He is weak, not strong
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Trump ‘spent hours’ at Epstein’s house with victim of sex trafficking, email alleges on.ft.com/49lfk4N
Trump ‘spent hours’ at Epstein’s house with victim of sex trafficking, email alleges
House Democrats release new communications from late paedophile
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November 12, 2025 at 2:04 PM
Trump ‘spent hours’ at Epstein’s house with victim of sex trafficking, email alleges on.ft.com/49lfk4N
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Another year, another SBL annual meeting. Here is my usual list of all the Christian apocrypha papers on this year's program (including my own session on the Apocrypha of Symeon Metaphrastes). www.apocryphicity.ca/2025/11/12/c...
Christian Apocrypha at SBL 2025
The 2025 Annual Meeting of the Society of Biblical Literature runs from November 22 to 25 in Boston. The following is a list of all the sessions and individual
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November 12, 2025 at 2:03 PM
Another year, another SBL annual meeting. Here is my usual list of all the Christian apocrypha papers on this year's program (including my own session on the Apocrypha of Symeon Metaphrastes). www.apocryphicity.ca/2025/11/12/c...
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Democrats on the House Oversight Committee have released several emails from the estate of convicted sex trafficker Jeffrey Epstein that refer to President Trump. n.pr/4p7hqKa
New Epstein emails appear to reveal more Trump ties
Democrats on the House Oversight Committee have released several emails from the estate of convicted sex trafficker Jeffrey Epstein that refer to President Trump.
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November 12, 2025 at 1:40 PM
Democrats on the House Oversight Committee have released several emails from the estate of convicted sex trafficker Jeffrey Epstein that refer to President Trump. n.pr/4p7hqKa
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This is disappointing. For some kids, ABA can be incredibly beneficial. To limit the amount of time they can spend in therapy will absolutely limit what they might be able to achieve.
Governor's group recommends ABA usage cap, rate changes as Medicaid costs rise
Governor's group recommends ABA usage cap, rate changes as Medicaid costs rise • Indiana Capital Chronicle
About 20 recommendations, released Wednesday by a state-backed panel, could shape upcoming service changes for thousands of Hoosiers.
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November 12, 2025 at 1:07 PM
This is disappointing. For some kids, ABA can be incredibly beneficial. To limit the amount of time they can spend in therapy will absolutely limit what they might be able to achieve.
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Hey y'all. How about a fresh, modern translation of the Works of Philo?
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Works of Philo: A Modern Translation - Book Series
Works of Philo: A Modern Translation - 4 books in this series. Classic Greek Christian works translated to modern English.
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November 12, 2025 at 2:39 AM
Hey y'all. How about a fresh, modern translation of the Works of Philo?
appianwaypress.com/series/works...
appianwaypress.com/series/works...
I also want y'all to know for a hot minute I thought I was able to solve the problem of generating a *properly sorted* reference index with page numbers using Word's indexing and hidden field capability.
I was soon brought back down to earth. I once again do not believe it to be possible.
(sigh)
I was soon brought back down to earth. I once again do not believe it to be possible.
(sigh)
November 12, 2025 at 12:59 AM
I also want y'all to know for a hot minute I thought I was able to solve the problem of generating a *properly sorted* reference index with page numbers using Word's indexing and hidden field capability.
I was soon brought back down to earth. I once again do not believe it to be possible.
(sigh)
I was soon brought back down to earth. I once again do not believe it to be possible.
(sigh)
Tuesday: Purchase 'portable' hot tub at Costco
Saturday: Purchase stuff to reinforce deck
Sunday: Reinforce deck
Tuesday: Put up 'portable' hot tub
Why? You'll do crazy stuff too when a loved one has chronic pain (arthritis, fibromyalgia) and being immersed in heat actually helps.
Saturday: Purchase stuff to reinforce deck
Sunday: Reinforce deck
Tuesday: Put up 'portable' hot tub
Why? You'll do crazy stuff too when a loved one has chronic pain (arthritis, fibromyalgia) and being immersed in heat actually helps.
November 12, 2025 at 12:54 AM
Tuesday: Purchase 'portable' hot tub at Costco
Saturday: Purchase stuff to reinforce deck
Sunday: Reinforce deck
Tuesday: Put up 'portable' hot tub
Why? You'll do crazy stuff too when a loved one has chronic pain (arthritis, fibromyalgia) and being immersed in heat actually helps.
Saturday: Purchase stuff to reinforce deck
Sunday: Reinforce deck
Tuesday: Put up 'portable' hot tub
Why? You'll do crazy stuff too when a loved one has chronic pain (arthritis, fibromyalgia) and being immersed in heat actually helps.
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One thing I could not understand is how returns on stocks could be so good under Trump when the rest of the economy seems to be deteriorating.
Then I saw this graph.
America (almost) last!
Then I saw this graph.
America (almost) last!
November 11, 2025 at 12:24 PM
One thing I could not understand is how returns on stocks could be so good under Trump when the rest of the economy seems to be deteriorating.
Then I saw this graph.
America (almost) last!
Then I saw this graph.
America (almost) last!
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Bluesky suspended Sarah Kendzior today for no reason whatsoever. She just shared excerpts of her articles, which were as always incisive and not offensive at all. Hey @pfrazee.com this is super not OK. I know her- we've interacted a fair bit via chats and her work is essential.
November 11, 2025 at 5:02 AM
Bluesky suspended Sarah Kendzior today for no reason whatsoever. She just shared excerpts of her articles, which were as always incisive and not offensive at all. Hey @pfrazee.com this is super not OK. I know her- we've interacted a fair bit via chats and her work is essential.
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They have zero respect for human life. None. So it starts with “easy” cases: he’s brown, and he came here illegally. They send people to die. They send people to torture. They murder people on the high seas. They torture people in our own detention centers. 1/2
‘It Feels Like I’m in a Nightmare’: Inside the First Deportation Flight to Iran
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November 11, 2025 at 1:10 PM
They have zero respect for human life. None. So it starts with “easy” cases: he’s brown, and he came here illegally. They send people to die. They send people to torture. They murder people on the high seas. They torture people in our own detention centers. 1/2
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😲 so surprised!
In the most predictable development ever, Mike Johnson is not committing to hold a House vote on ACA subsidies
November 10, 2025 at 11:18 PM
😲 so surprised!